Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No flooding is expected. Tides will peak near 19.9 ft mid-morning, which is substantial but still below historical flood thresholds. Barometric pressure is relatively high (around 1019–1020 hPa), and NOAA indicates only a 0.1% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide occurs around mid- to late morning (approximately 09:00–10:00 PST).
IMPACTS
No significant flooding impacts are anticipated. Low-lying areas, shorelines, and marine facilities should see normal tidal fluctuations without inundation.
Comparing with past Category 3 events (e.g., 01/06/2025 at 20.68 ft / 1020.47 hPa and higher NOAA flood likelihood), this day’s barometric pressure is not low enough to enhance flood risk. Therefore, tide levels, barometric pressure, and NOAA’s very low flood likelihood all point to minimal or no flooding concerns.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Again, no flooding is expected. The highest tide (~19.3 ft) remains below historical flood thresholds. Barometric pressure readings are even higher than Day 1 (around 1023 hPa), and NOAA forecasts a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide occurs late morning (around 10:00–11:00 PST).
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts are anticipated. Normal coastal tidal activity with no threat to property or infrastructure.
Historical Category 4 or 5 flood events typically coincide with much lower barometric pressure and tides above ~21 ft. Conditions today remain well below those benchmarks.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No risk of flooding. Although tides approach ~19.2–19.7 ft, barometric pressure is very high (~1028 hPa), further reducing any flood concerns. NOAA indicates a 0.0% flood likelihood.
WHEN
Peak tide occurs late morning and mid-afternoon (around 11:00–12:00 PST and 16:00–17:00 PST).
IMPACTS
No flooding impacts. The elevated pressure helps keep water levels lower than critical thresholds.
When compared to historic floods (e.g., 12/27/2022 Category 5 event at ~22.3 ft with ~978 hPa), Day 3’s much higher pressure and lower tide projection place it well outside of flooding risk.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Categories 1-2: No risk of flooding.
Category 3: Close to a flood event and worth monitoring.
Category 4: Flooding is likely however, it is uncertain if this will cause major property damage.
Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.